VU

Knema sericea

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Knema sericea faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations targeting its primary lowland forest habitats, while agricultural expansion and palm oil plantations continue to fragment remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid tropical conditions essential for this nutmeg family member's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Knema sericea inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forests across Southeast Asia, typically occurring at elevations below 800 meters. The species requires humid, well-drained soils and dense canopy cover characteristic of primary and mature secondary forest ecosystems.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Knema sericea classified as Vulnerable?
Knema sericea is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Knema sericea faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations targeting its primary lowland forest habitats, while agricultural expansion and palm oil plantations continue to fragment remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid tropical conditions essential for this nutmeg family member's survival.
Where does Knema sericea live?
Knema sericea occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Knema sericea?
The main threats to Knema sericea are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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